Shukri Muwwakkil

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Shukri Muwwakkil

Democratic Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

March 3, 2020

Education

Bachelor's

Miles College, 2011

Personal

Birthplace

Detroit, Mich.

Religion

Christian

Profession

Public safety and emergency management

Contact

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Shukri Muwwakkil (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Jefferson County Constables to represent District 55 in Alabama. He lost in the Democratic primary on March 3, 2020.

Muwwakkil completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Shukri Muwwakkil was born in Detroit, Michigan. He received a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Miles College in Fairfield, Alabama, in 2011. Muwwakkil's professional experience includes working in public safety and emergency management and training with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Reserve Academy. He was certified as an instructor for the Alabama Security Regulatory Board, the EMA certifying Community Emergency Response Teams, and the Incident Command System. Muwwakkil has been associated with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary as a civilian volunteer.

Elections

2020

See also: Municipal elections in Jefferson County, Alabama (2020)

General election

General election for Jefferson County Constable District 55

Mitchell Hagood won election in the general election for Jefferson County Constable District 55 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Mitchell Hagood (D)	99.6	15,389
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	61

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 15,450
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Jefferson County Constable District 55

Mitchell Hagood defeated Shukri Muwwakkil in the Democratic primary for Jefferson County Constable District 55 on March 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Mitchell Hagood	57.4	3,564
		Shukri Muwwakkil	42.6	2,648

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 6,212
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Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Shukri Muwwakkil completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Muwwakkil's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I believe the office of Constable is one that requires a full-time commitment from a hard working citizen that will be proactive in the pursuit of serving the citizens of Jefferson County with pride and dignity. I assure the citizens that I will be reliable, dependable, and always willing to listen and It is my belief that I am well equipped to serve the community in full capacity that the office of Constable requires. some of those duties are and not limited to as follows: 1.Every constable shall be a conservator of the peace within his county. 2. To attend the circuit court of the county when summoned by the sheriff for that purpose; 3. To execute and return all summons, executions and other process directed to him by any lawful authority; 4.To pay over moneys collected by virtue of his office to the person entitled thereto; and 5. To perform such other duties as are or may be required of him by law.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Public Saftey
• Community Service
• Professionalism, Courage and Diligence

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Victim Crimes, protect the rights of workers within the society,Violence Against Women Act, education, Mental Health, crimes against children, racial and hate crimes, terrorism and homeland security.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

constables as an elected or appointed "conservator of the peace within his county," and are one of the only two remaining elected peace officers in the world.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

I think the most important characteristics of a person elected to this office is integrity, professionalism, honesty and fairness. I believe in having the highest integrity & character!

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I'm a person with character because I believe in doing the right thing even if I have to stand alone. I believe in following proper protocol, I don't believe in corruption and I will always operate within the guidelines of the law. I possess these traits of integrity because I believe in fairness & I make it a practice not to cheat, steal or lie to people. I try to exhibit & demonstrate absolute honesty, integrity & professionalism at all times because these qualities are of paramount importance. Lastly, I am a team player and I enjoy working with people, since I really care for people, some I may know, those I don't & those I may meet in the future. I will stand up for what is right even if it is Unpopular! & I look forward to working alongside law Enforcement to Keep The Peace in my assigned Precinct.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Terrorism attact on the twin towers in New York. I was 23 years old

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Amazing Grace

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

Constables are also permitted to carry a gun, are authorized to make arrests, stop and question, search for dangerous weapons, escort weddings and funerals, and enforce traffic at churches and schools.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

I belive that Constable's should be trained and certified by a state approved Academy.

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